The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 876 | "Squint Off The Vert"
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Nov 8, 2025 The crew dives into the 2026 Grammy nominations, dissecting surprises and snubs. Kanye West's recent apology sparks a debate on sincerity and accountability in public figures. A humorous court session features Mark Lamont Hill and a catering faux pas. They also react to Antonio Brown's extradition, discuss mental health tragedies in sports, and highlight intriguing new music releases. Plus, a spirited review of Pitchfork’s top-100 rap albums stirs nostalgic discussions about hip-hop's evolution.
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Staged Apologies Undermine Redemption
- Kanye's public apology feels staged because he often couples apologies with product drops and sales pushes.
- Marc Lamont Hill and others note a comeback needs sustained change beyond a televised apology.
Public Harm Requires Public Accountability
- Mental illness can explain public harmful statements but doesn't automatically absolve responsibility.
- Public apologies must be loud and sustained because public offenses require public accountability.
Build Nonpolice Mental-Health Response
- Tend to people with mental illnesses proactively and avoid relying only on policing for crises.
- Create crisis-response alternatives so emergencies don't default to police intervention.